Blast at Srinagar Police Station Kills 7, Injures 27 During Explosives Inspection

Deadly blast exposes critical gaps in explosive handling protocols  
Late Friday evening, a powerful explosion ripped through the Nowgam police station in Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, killing seven and injuring 27. The blast occurred while officials were inspecting seized ammonium nitrate—confiscated in connection with a white-collar terror module reportedly linked to the Delhi Red Fort blast.

Among the deceased were police personnel, forensic experts, and civil administration staff, including a Naib Tehsildar. The injured were rushed to Indian Army and local hospitals, with several in critical condition. The explosion caused extensive damage to the station compound and nearby structures, prompting urgent reviews of explosive storage and inspection protocols.

Notable updates 

• Seven fatalities confirmed, including law enforcement and civil officials  
• 27 injured, many critically; treated at military and civilian hospitals  
• Blast linked to seized ammonium nitrate from a terror-related investigation  
• Explosion occurred during forensic inspection at Nowgam police station  
• Investigation launched into handling and storage procedures of confiscated explosives  

Sources: NDTV, Reuters, News18, India.com